6.28.2012

I love the trompe l'oeil treatment done to the surfaces at Melbourne's The Candy Room, a space designed by Red Design Group. It's the perfect, playful companion to the immediate sensory overload customers must get upon entering.

6.27.2012

Thought I'd try a little something new today. After seeing this pin, I was reminded of a recent water park trip (I know, it's no ocean, but there was water there, so close enough). It's crazy hot over here, so it had me thinking about what to bring the next time I'm near a swimmable body of water –– manmade or otherwise. Now of course, don't forget your SPF, and maybe a beach read, but as for the other stuff...here's what's in this Aubin & Wills bag:

6.21.2012

I love this series of floral/skull illustrations by Mercedes Baliarda. The graphite drawings are done on tracing paper, layered to achieve this ghostly effect. In quite a few of these, there are teeth involved, but even without them, just the symmetry and placement and suggestion is enough. They're especially striking when viewed all together like they are above.

6.19.2012

There's something about design based on nature and natural elements that you know is just gonna work. Take this selection of wares from Leif, for example. (And that Marrakech-inspired spoon set? I die.)

6.18.2012

When a new season arrives, a new Two Too Pretty ain't far behind. (also, why does my Mac squiggly line "ain't" as a misspelled word, but recognize and define it in the dictionary? Hmm?) Anyway, these two were made for each other:

6.15.2012

Let's talk about TV for a second. Random, I know. The Mad Men finale was last week, The Killing's is this weekend, and all week in the wee hours I've been enjoying the randomly-timed Breaking Bad mini-marathons. I'm at that point in the show where all I want to do is bake cupcakes for Aaron Paul. Hey, remember when Walter wasn't a badass? Can't wait for this show to come back, and there's a Walking Dead preview that week, too! Thanks a hoot, AMC.

6.12.2012

I have to wonder how rare it is to find not just spaces, but entire homes that are so simply yet cohesively designed. Take this Brooklyn gem, for example, residence to the Mandayam-Vohra family. The kitchen here is a stunner. I've got stars in my eyes for that island countertop and the consistency of the white and brass combo. There's a district lack of color here, designed by Stefanie Brechbuehler, Robert Highsmith, and Ryan Mahoney of Workstead, but there is no starkness. (via Dwell)

And of course, the landmark of every well-designed space is beautiful functionality. See those outlines in the stairs? Those doors open up to reveal understair storage areas. As for the rest of the home (see more of that here), elements like the cabinetry (though the slab hails from North Carolina) were locally sourced, the walls, curtains and finishes left neutral to show off their classic furniture and light fixtures. Everything here just looks like it belongs together.

I'm in love with these quartz crystal pendants dyed to pink perfection by Dara Baxter. Of course, seeing as this is Pink Friday, I only included these three, but I strongly urge you to check out the rest of the collection here. (This beast, for example, is blowing my mind.)

6.06.2012

I don't have cats, but I certainly embrace my inner cat lady. And I do love me some food (biggest understatement of the year). So this series of illustrations by Ohara Hale called Takeout Cats was right up my alley. These are actually available as prints, so if you want one contact the artist and see more here.

6.05.2012

Well this is fun! Check out this identity set created by Mind Design for an architecture and interior practice called Blustin Design. I love the simple, fun patterns, and colorful stock. Paired with the minimal typography, the set has a strong presence that really packs a punch.

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And this is the coolest little design inspiration blog you don't know about. Graphic design is my first love, and here you'll find all the other pretty things that followed. The goal is to inspire you daily (except maybe on weekends, because those are mine). Credit is given to all photo/video sources within each post. Enjoy!